Melissa on parade
by Tom Reed
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1979
A young girl named Melissa navigates the challenges and excitement of a school parade and her involvement in it.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The story is not intended to be scary.
Occult themes are absent from the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The narrative does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No specific portrayal of Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMelissa shows some determination in participating in the parade.
Faith is not a significant element in this story.
Friendship and supportive relationships are central to the plot.
Themes of teamwork and achieving a common goal are present.
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